The queen of Campania? Always her: pizza. And Carlo Sammarco’s is worthy of a crown

In Naples, pizza is not just a dish: it is an institution, a love story that has lasted for centuries and that is renewed every evening, steaming hot, on millions of tables. It is the very essence of Neapolitan conviviality, the perfect dinner after a stroll along the seafront, a ritual that unites generations with a warm, simple, and poetic bite.

But just a few kilometers from the capital, in the heart of Caserta, there is a name that in recent years has become synonymous with innovation and mastery: Carlo Sammarco, a visionary pizzaiolo who has taken the pizza canotto to the next level. His pizzeria—today considered among the best in Italy and awarded even in 2025—is a must-visit for those seeking something beyond the classic margherita.

High-hydration doughs, perfect maturation, soft and airy crusts that look like clouds. But it’s not just about technique: every pizza is an explosion of flavor, with carefully selected ingredients and combinations that surprise without ever betraying tradition. The San Carlo and the Bufalina are among the most requested, but every item on the menu tells the story of a Campania that knows how to renew itself while staying true to its roots.

An evening at Carlo Sammarco Pizzeria 2.0 is not just a dinner: it is an experience to savor slowly, bite after bite, while the Campanian night flows outside.